Economic Development
Pierce County Restaurant Rally
The Washington Hospitality Association has asked us to share an exciting promotion. The Pierce County Restaurant Rally. This is, indeed, an exciting offer for both restaurants and their patrons. Pierce County is rallying to help dine-in restaurants stay open and retain jobs! Full-service restaurants should apply by October 23, 2020 to participate in the Pierce…
Read MoreL&I Proposals for 2021 Rates
A bit of good news for employers! Workers’ compensation should not increase for employers. That is, L&I proposals for 2021 rates is that there be no increase in the average price for this insurance. L and I’s website explains. “While financial projections point to the need for a significant increase to cover all of the…
Read MoreScaleUp: The Covid Edition
Previously, in April, the Chamber introduced you to ScaleUp. ScaleUp: the Covid Edition is a program teaching proven strategies to small businesses. In fact, multiple solid agencies participate. It is a partnership between the Washington State Department of Commerce, Thurston EDC Center for Business Innovation and local economic development organizations. In light of Covid, they…
Read MoreDeadline for Business Relief Programs through Pierce County CARES
The deadline for applications is Oct 2 for this round of funding with the Pierce County CARES Business Relief Programs. Do not wait until the deadline to apply if you can avoid it. Pierce County has funds available through the CARES Act for Business Relief Programs. These include Commercial Rent and Mortgage assistance, and Forgiveable…
Read MoreCommercial Rent and Mortgage Assistance
Limited funding is available, as with other programs. In this case, $7.75 million is available for rental and mortgage assistance. According to Tacoma Weekly, the demand will be higher than the allotted funding. Qualifications As with the forgivable loans for small businesses in Pierce County, businesses must meet certain qualifications including: Being physically located in…
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